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S953 BRE

1998 Honda Blackbird

Black Petrol 1137cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2017
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

28,074 mi
Last recorded28,074 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2016
Typical for 1998 Honda Blackbird28,851 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS953 BRE
MakeHonda
ModelBlackbird
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,137cc
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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2016 28,074 miles

Front brake binding on slightly

Nearside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Fail 22 Feb 2016 28,047 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Front Discs not fitted in accordance with rotation arrows

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 10 Feb 2016 28,032 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Front Discs not fitted in accordance with rotation arrows

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 24 Nov 2014 25,654 miles

Front brake binding very slightly.

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 9 Nov 2013 25,170 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 24,996 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 21,392 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2008 20,959 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2007 17,761 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Blackbird?

Based on 2,495 MOT tests across 186 vehicles.

88.7%
Pass Rate
884
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
186
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 27
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 15
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 9
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 7
wheel bearings have excessive free play 7
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S953 BRE is a 1998 Honda Blackbird in Black with a 1,137cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1998 Honda Blackbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 28,851 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Honda Blackbird fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S953 BRE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Blackbird typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Honda Blackbird is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S953 BRE registered?

S953 BRE is a 1998 Honda Blackbird, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S953 BRE safe to buy?

The MOT history for S953 BRE shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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